Black Eyed Peas

1 lb pkg dried black eyed peas
4 c water
2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 lrg onion
2 stalks celery, chopped (optional)
2 ham hocks

Soak beans in water over night. Drain and place in crock-pot. Add water and remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on HIGH 1-2 hours then LOW for 8-9 hours. Serve over hot rice & a side of cornbread. Growing up my family also liked to mix ketchup in it (but not me). **My crock-pot is different where I usually cook this on HIGH for 1 hour and then LOW for about 6 hours.